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This iconic commercial/residential Burns Court bungalow, the ultimate live/work space, offers a rare opportunity to restore and personalize a truly unique downtown property in one of Sarasota's most coveted historic neighborhoods. The Burns Ct. facing 2-bedroom, 1-bath main residence features a private masonry-walled back courtyard leading to a large 1-bedroom, 1-bath detached unit. This unit, with frontage on Pineapple Avenue, is ideal for commercial or residential use, a guest apartment, private office/studio, small shop... Located in the heart of nationally designated Historic Burns Court, one of downtown Sarasota’s most walkable neighborhoods, the property is just steps from an award-winning cinema, restaurants, boutiques, and the Bayfront, yet notably outside of a flood zone. Many original architectural details remain intact, including decorative ironwork, moisture-resistant plaster walls, crown molding, and original hardwood floors. A beautiful, mature oak tree provides valuable shade and enhances the home’s historic charm. The home has excellent bones for a dream restoration project, the main house featuring a 2023 roof and 2019 HVAC. Built-in equity: Zoned Downtown Core (DTC), the property includes confirmed transferable development rights (TDRs), which may be sold to a developer or investor thanks to a new historic preservation ordinance effective as of December 2025. Whether you envision creating a stunning live/work environment, generating income from a detached apartment, or designing an elegant commercial space, this charming property offers exceptional flexibility and historic character.
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